NZ Aged Care Recruitment Experts

Aged
Care
Staffing.
Done Right.

Permanent placement specialists for residential facilities, retirement villages, and home care providers across New Zealand. Decades of aged care expertise — no placement, no fee.

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50 Years
Combined specialist experience
Global
NZ, AU & International talent
$0
Upfront — pay only on hire
Days
From brief to first shortlist
Our Services

Two Ways
We Work

Whether you need an end-to-end solution or targeted support, we have a model that fits.

Service 01 — Most Popular
Full Service
Permanent
Placement

We handle everything. Sourcing, screening, vetting, shortlisting, placing. You only pay when you hire.

  • Nationwide + international sourcing
  • Clinical competency verification
  • Values-based interviews & culture fit
  • Full reference & background checks
  • Onboarding & compliance support
  • Visa & sponsorship guidance if required
Investment — One-time fee per hire. No placement = no payment.
Service 02 — Flexible
Remote
Recruitment
Support

We do the heavy lifting remotely. You stay in control and make all final decisions.

  • Job ad writing and multi-platform posting
  • Application screening & shortlisting
  • Interview scheduling and coordination
  • Reference and credential verification
  • Offer letters and onboarding preparation
  • Scale up or down as required
Investment — From $70/hour. Flexible and scalable.
How It Works

Brief to
Hired.

Our refined process means faster decisions and placements that stick. Most facilities receive their first shortlist within 5–7 business days.

01
Free Consultation

We go deep on your facility, team culture, and the exact profile you need.

Day 1
02
Search & Screen

We activate NZ, AU and international networks. Every candidate pre-screened for competency and fit.

Days 2–5
03
Shortlist Delivered

A curated shortlist of vetted candidates with detailed assessments. Ready to interview.

Days 5–7
04
Hired & Onboarded

We support you through offer, onboarding, compliance and beyond.

Ongoing
Client Results

What They
Say.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"They identified our needs immediately and delivered qualified candidates faster than we expected. Every placement has been outstanding."

Sarah M.
Facility Manager, Auckland
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Our preferred partner for consistently providing qualified, dependable care staff. We don't go anywhere else for nursing recruitment."

James T.
Operations Director, Wellington
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Excellent retention with every candidate placed. The cultural fit assessment made a real difference — our team has never been stronger."

Anne L.
Director of Care, Christchurch
About Us

50
Years
Combined
Expertise.

RN
Registered nurses placed
EN
Enrolled nurses & HCAs
AH
Allied health professionals
MGT
Management & leadership

Aged Care Recruitment Co. was built with a singular focus: to be the most trusted permanent staffing partner in New Zealand's aged care sector. Unlike generalist agencies, we live and breathe aged care — every day, every placement.

Our founder's quarter-century of specialised healthcare recruitment experience forms the foundation of everything we do. We understand the regulatory environment, the clinical requirements, the cultural nuances of aged care facilities, and the career aspirations of the professionals we place.

We connect residential aged care facilities, retirement villages, home care providers, and community care organisations throughout New Zealand with compassionate, clinically excellent professionals.

Ready to get started?

Fill That Vacancy.
Risk Free.

Book a free 30-minute consultation. No obligation, no upfront cost.

Most facilities receive their first shortlist within 5–7 business days.

For Aged Care Professionals in NZ & Beyond

Your Perfect
Aged Care
Role. Here.

We match aged care professionals with roles that fit your values, skills and lifestyle — clinical, support and housekeeping. Free, confidential, zero pressure. We work for you.

Submit Your CV

Tell us what you're looking for — we'll match you to the right role.

📎 Upload CV — PDF, DOC or DOCX

We'll be in touch within one business day.

Your privacy matters. We never contact your current employer or share your details without your permission.
Free
Always for candidates
NZ, AU
& International roles
Perm
Permanent roles only
50 Years
Combined experience
Why Choose Us

We Work
For You.

We're specialist aged care recruiters — we know this sector inside out and we work exclusively for you.

Right Fit, Not Just a Job

We take time to understand your values, preferred environment and career goals before matching you to a facility.

Completely Confidential

We never contact your current employer or share your details without your explicit permission.

Decades in Aged Care

We only recruit in aged care. We know the facilities, the culture, and give you honest, unbiased advice.

Roles Available

We Place
All Roles.

From frontline caregivers to clinical leaders — permanent roles across the full aged care spectrum.

Clinical
Registered Nurse

Permanent RN roles in residential aged care, home care and retirement villages across NZ.

NZ & International
Clinical
Enrolled Nurse

EN positions supporting senior clinical staff in delivering high-quality daily care.

NZ Registered
Care
Healthcare Assistant

HCA and caregiver roles with facilities that genuinely value their care team.

Experience Welcomed
Leadership
Clinical Leader

Charge nurse, team leader and clinical coordinator roles for experienced RNs.

Senior Level
Management
Clinical Manager

Senior clinical management roles overseeing care delivery, compliance and team leadership.

Management Level
Allied Health
Allied Health

Physio, OT, diversional therapy and social work roles within aged care settings.

Various Disciplines
Support
Housekeeper / Laundry Assistant

Keeping aged care homes clean, homely and dignified. A vital role in the wellbeing of every resident.

No Experience Required
Support
Kitchen Hand / Kitchen Assistant

Supporting food preparation, hygiene and meal service within residential aged care facilities.

All Experience Welcome
Home Care
Home Support Worker

Supporting older adults in their own homes with personal care, meal preparation and daily living activities across NZ.

Community Based
How It Works

Simple.
Confidential.
Free.

No lengthy applications, no pushy calls, no pressure. Just honest career guidance.

01
Submit Your Details

Tell us your role type, experience, preferred location and what matters to you in a workplace.

02
We Have a Chat

A quick confidential call to understand your goals. No pressure, just conversation.

03
We Match You

We search our facility network and present you with roles that genuinely fit.

04
You Choose

You're always in control. We handle logistics and support you all the way to your first day.

International Applicants

Based Outside
NZ?
We Can Help.

NZ's aged care sector actively recruits internationally. We guide you through registration, visas and relocation.

  • NZRN registration guidance and support
  • Visa and work permit advice
  • Facilities offering sponsorship
  • Relocation assistance where available
  • Australian nurses — streamlined NZ pathway
Commonly Asked
Do I need NZ registration before applying?

Not always. We work with you to begin the process early and guide you through registration requirements. Many employers will support you through this.

Is your service free for candidates?

Yes — always. Our fee is covered by the employer. There is never a charge to you at any stage of the process.

How do you handle my privacy?

Your privacy is our priority. We treat your information with complete discretion and never share your details with anyone without your knowledge and consent.

Do you place candidates internationally?

Yes. We recruit from NZ, Australia, and internationally. We actively support overseas candidates through the NZ registration and visa process.

From Our Nurses

What Nurses
Say.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"They took the time to actually understand what I wanted — not just what my CV said. The facility they placed me in was a perfect fit."

Marie K.
Registered Nurse, Auckland
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Coming from the Philippines, the NZ registration process felt overwhelming. They guided me through every step and I was in my permanent role within four months."

Rosa T.
Enrolled Nurse, Wellington
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Your Perfect
Role. Free.

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